What is Happening at Shine

The murder of British backpacker Grace Millane provoked outrage and grief amongst the New Zealand public. More than that, it was the catalyst for recognising New Zealand's appalling record of violence against women. While progress is being made at the national level with new family violence legislation and the Government's 'joint venture', which aims to develop a more coordinated response to family violence, it is clear  it will take all of us together as individuals and communities to make a difference.

The need for change was highlighted by the news that the police have charged 28 people with the new offence of strangulation a mere 11 days after it came into effect.

Shine General Manager Jane Drumm was asked for comment by 1News: "As far as I am concerned, any strangulation is an attempt to kill."

Jane Drumm was also interviewed by a number of news organisations following Grace Millane's murder. Her views are based upon more than 20 years working with victims of violence. 

Interview with Mike Hosking, Newstalk ZB: Shine: Grace Millane murder highlights NZ's violence towards women

Anti-violence campaigner in wake of Grace Millane death: Changing Kiwi men's perception of women from 'chattels' to 'human beings', NZ Herald

Kirsty Johnston: I'm angry about Grace Millane's murder after a year reporting on rape, NZ Herald

Anastasia Margaret Neve 
Amber Rose Rush 
Aroha Iolene Kerehoma
Zena Campbell
 Alicia Crawford
Ariana Eva Clara Mahu
Nicole Marie Tuxford
Yanyan Meng 
Demetrius Pairama 
Leigh Kauhoe Wallace
Lynace Parakuku
Keshni Mala Naicker

Grace Emmie-Rose Millane

"I explain domestic abuse to people as a storm. When you’re out at sea in a storm and you can’t see your hand in front of your face, all you can focus on is surviving the next wave – a wave you may or may not be able to see."

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On Monday 26th November, Shine’s DVFREE & Policy Advisor Holly Carrington, presented a DVFREE Tick certificate to the Parliamentary Service General Manager David Stevenson at an event for the Service’s staff. 

The Parliamentary Service provides administrative and support services to members of Parliament and the House of Representatives. The Service is the largest agency on the parliamentary precinct employing more than 700 staff, including 247 people who are based in out-of-Parliament offices around the country. 
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The new Family Violence (Amendments) Act 2018 fixes a number of gaps in family violence legislation and response. The new act takes effect in two phases with the first phase strengthening criminal law.  Shine’s General Manager Jane Drumm welcomes the new legislation and Government’s efforts to ensure government agencies and service providers work together to deliver a unified approach to dealing with family violence. 

Read the Radio New Zealand article 

Come and Join ‘Team Shine’ for Ports of Auckland Round the Bays 2019 and make your run count. As part of Shine's ‘Light it Orange’ appeal week, join us on the start line on Sunday 3rd March 2019! 

Run, jog or walk with your family, friends, or work colleagues along the stunning 8.4km course from Quay Street along the Waitemata harbour to a spectacular finish along St Heliers Bay.

You will help raise awareness of family violence here in NZ, and of course raise much needed funds to help victims of family violence get safe and stay safe.

With your help, we hope to raise $10,000 which will support over 1,400 calls to Shine’s Helpline for support, advice and safety planning.

Joining ‘Team Shine’ is super easy:

1. Firstly enter yourself at www.roundthebays.co.nz and select ‘Shine’ from the list of charities.
(for 30% discount off your entry, drop Carol a line for a promo code at carolh@2shine.org.nz) 

2. Join the team here to activate your place in ‘Team Shine’ with your own online fundraising page.

As part of ‘Team Shine’ for the Ports of Auckland Round the Bays 2019, we will support you with:

• Shine ‘Light it Orange’ T-shirt when you raise over $250 (the cost of supporting a family escaping an abusive home)
• Online fundraising web page & support
• ‘Light it Orange’ support crew to cheer you on the day
• Post-race hospitality and celebration with the Shine team
• Becoming a valued ongoing supporter of Shine.

If you have any questions, contact Carol on 021 923 548 or carolh@2shine.org.nz

The video features the story of a real domestic violence survivor and client of Shine. Her words are hers, but to protect her privacy and for safety reasons, her story is being told by an actor.

From Employment Today Magazine, Oct 2018, by Holly Carrington. ‘Domestic violence costs New Zealand businesses $368 million in lost productivity. Increasingly, however, employers understand that addressing domestic violence has a positive impact in the workplace.’ Holly tells the stories of ‘Abigail’ and ‘Carol’ to illustrate that domestic violence in the workplace is often hidden until something terrible happens, and employers are often totally unprepared to respond effectively. The cost of doing nothing is more than lost productivity – it is also the human toll of fear, anxiety, injury and sometimes death. And employers can make all the difference, with some expert help.

Read the Employment Today article 

Government has announced a new joint venture to resolve family and sexual violence, which brings together chief executives from 10 Government departments, informed by a Māori advisory group and "other stakeholders" to develop and implement a plan, and report on progress to a Parliamentary select committee. Shine’s Jane Drumm welcomed the new joint venture approach.

Read or watch the Newshub story
Read or watch the TVNZ story
Read the NZ Herald story

The Project spoke to Kylie and Michele, inventors of ‘I am Eva’ underwear that manage periods. Five percent of product will be donated to prevent ‘period poverty’ beginning with Shine.

Watch the video from The Project (Shine mention about 2'20)